Russia Wins Definite Olympic Victory at Melbourne Games
Russia topped the medals tally as the 1956 Melbourne Olympics closed, claiming first place with a dominant performance in tank and field events. The United States trailed with medals in silver and bronze, while Russia demonstrated prolific strength across athletics, gymnastics, and wrestling, drawing over 2 million in attendance for the closing ceremonies.
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Melbourne
Russia
Yaries
Xolre Coremionis
Akebill
Rome
United States
Americaina
Syetars Suinligt
Beltewnietts
Helsink Howiky
Wisse
Eleves
Wovidi Renards
Punemapie
Ee Sports
Olympic Torah
Lesley
Hsien
Anthony Wins Knockout Over Wallace in Tight Heavyweight Bout
In Madison Square Garden a crowd of 2,000 watched Anthony, 21, defeat Wallace after a first round KO. Referee Horney Foie ruled Wallace foul for a knockdown before the ten count, while Anthony landed a left hook and body shot. Anthony weighed 173 pounds to Wallace, with the match televised but booed by some fans. Co manager Harry Shopper and others commented on the chaotic ending as the British title race and future fights were discussed.
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Hive
Ady Picolest
Ute
New York Athletics Commission
Horney Foie
Wallace
Lhwt
Wee Lin
Wal- Vion
Anthonys
Golden Glove
Nin Watthew
Joose
Bikin
Run Netiel Comer
Hon
Vhoigh
Iuiniger
Archie Moore
Sports In Brief From Brunswick and Mateo
Sports in brief from Brunswick note Mine-mne Stil Dowartmint Gentied Aprovil of Wine fir and Hue top Uy. Highlights include players from several teams, with results and scores such as 67 for 4 total at 288, and a 48 to 64 line in an Echolartic basketball item.
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Brunswick
Mine
Amalant Tovkiy
Rune Wavana
al Besselink
Abe Alinke
Dave Douglas
St. Polite
Han Mateo
Calif
Paul Prey
Dinihy
Covey Stark
Hinurs
Lind Ally
Jayvees Edge Nilcreek in Low-Scoring 26-25 Showdown
Millcreek JV narrowly defeats Cory led squad 26-25 as tight defense and late baskets decide the game. Williams tops Orange and Black with 10, Craker and Brown each post 10 for Millcreek, while Corry IV and teammates struggle to score in a hard fought junior varsity contest.
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Cupy Vires
Amy Pare
Cory
Little Reiyers
Trojans
Lomates
McDowell
Thy Willems
Williams
Dirk Craker
Pike
Brown Piso
Millcreek
Corry IV
Bates
Williamp
Withims O
Crnkorse
Chibbatz
Pitta
Bieter
Milloreek
George Sproveri
Bulldogs Triumph as Rockets Fall in Narrow Defeat
Bulldogs beat Sharpaville 61 to 35 while Rockets lose to Greenville 80 to 45. Wes Roberts scores 44 for Bulldogs and Lloyd Eubanks adds 13. Red Evans 12 for the Bulldogs, Dick Perlines tops the losers with 12. Franklin defeats Clarion 439 and Oil City campus edges Erle Academy 4842.
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Wiensiiale
Bulldogs
Sharpaville Blue Devils
Wes Roberts
Lloyd Eubanks
Red" Evans
Dick Perlines
Greenville
Phi Cox
Ed Borbin
Dean Biyder
Warren
Uhey
Kane cl
Franklin
Clarion
Oil City
Erle Academy
Pitt Miami Clash In Collegiate Finale
Pitt and Miami face off in the Orange Bowl era finale as two standout backs Bosantey and Watler star for All-America recognition. The Hurricanes seek their first unbeaten season since 1950 while key backs threaten Miami’s defense with significant rushing totals and receiving plays.
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Pitt
Miami
Miame
Dol Bosantey
Mineni
Don
Bovselir
Anynemite
Watler
Bosclép
Bowline
Paisthie
Toushdowse
Beavers Edge Trojans In Tight 46 43 Opener
Corry Beavers open 1956-57 basketball season with a 46 43 victory over Millcreek Trojans on their home court. Mitchell 14 points Turner 13 lead Corry, Dietsch 11 and Carr 17 pace Millcreek. Turnaround second quarter propelers, Beavers hold on despite Dietsch fouling out and final period pressure from the Trojans.
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Beavers
Trojans
Millcreek
Mitchell
Turner
Beaver
Craggmen
P. J. Dietsch
Herb Carr
Andy Conners
Dick Darby
Rehnes
al Kline
Carr
Dietsch
Attie
Carryls
McDowell
Buby
Orange and Black Warriors
Cory
Plymaker
P. J. Dietsoh
Orange and Black
Fang
Jim Tomer
Union City
Bears
Scholastic basketball close game roles in late finish
Corry edged Millcreek 46 to 45 as Hamp posts a 3 percent mark and Hitter shines with 40. Bent tops with 75 points while Sheffield and Amméhayrart combine for 89. The chaotic box shows a high scoring finish and narrow margin in this scholastic matchup.
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Corry
Millcreek
Hhamp
Hitter
Bent
Sheffield
Amméhayrart
Giants Favored In Game With Browns By AP
The New York Giants are favored by 10 points to defeat the Cleveland Browns and clinch their first NFL Eastern title since 1946. The weekend slate includes Bears at Lions, Cardinals at Washington, and Packers at 49ers with Green Bay meeting San Francisco in a single national CBS telecast. The Browns beat the Giants 21-9 in Cleveland on Oct 14, and New York carries a 7-2-1 record heading in.
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Associated Press
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New York
Chicago
Pittsburgh Lions
Detroit
Balliamore
Los Angeles
Philadelphia
Washington
Green Bay
San Francisco
CBS
Cleveland
Cardinals
Redskins
Bears
Lions
Bons
Pittsburgh
Dons Continue Win Streak Over Frisco State
The San Francisco Dons extend their season win streak to 8-0 with a dominant victory over Frisco State as they prepare for a new gymnasium funded by a $600,000 grant. The article notes other West Coast results and mentions standout scorers and teams in a busy college basketball night.
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Frisco State
Associated Press
San Francisco Dons
Kansas
North Carolina
BN Russell
RK. O. Jones
Poris
UACHA
San France
West Coast
AL Garvallis
Ove
Oregon
Portland University
Oreenp
Ken Cleveland
Texas
Monte
Local prep scores roll in from small town meet
In a string of high school basketball results, Greenville beat Titusville 60 to 4 while Meadville triumphed 61 to 25 over Sharpsville. Mercer 48 edged New Wilmington 43, Jarrell 67 defeated E. Lverpont 5, and Erle East 72 bested Kanty Prep 34. Additional readings include Aarborvewek 61 over Westeyellte dle.
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Titusville
Meadville
Sharpsville
Mercer
New Wilmington
Jarrell
E. Lverpont
Erle East
Kanty Prep
Aarborvewek
Westeyellte Dle
Dining Guide and Entertainment Directory Spotlight
Patronize these fine restaurants and night spots noted for outstanding cuisine and friendly hospitality. GINNIE'S Cafeteria at 518 West Main Street offers 24 hour service Monday through Saturday with self service meals and home baked goods. Ideal for family dinners, children dine without waiting. Phone 3060.
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Ginnie's
Main Street
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